PRICE GUIDE · EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT · 2026–2027
Mobile Coffee Van cost in Ireland
€250–€700 per event. Typically €400.
A mobile coffee van in Ireland costs €250–€700 per event, typically around €400. The price is set by size/quantity hired, hire duration and delivery, setup and collection.
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HOW MUCH IT COSTS
How much does a mobile coffee van cost in Ireland?
| Low end | €250 | a simple job, off-peak, outside the cities |
|---|---|---|
| Typical | €400 | what most people pay |
| High end | €700 | the biggest jobs, short notice, Dublin |
Locufy guide prices for 2026–2027. Updated 2026. A national range, not a quote — enter your town above for real prices from the event suppliers near you.
What moves the price
- Duration of the event — the barista and van are booked for every hour of service, so a longer event costs more.
- Number of guests — a bigger crowd means more coffee, milk and cups, and sometimes an extra barista.
- Variety of beverages offered — speciality drinks and plant milks cost more per cup than standard coffee and tea.
- Any additional catering services — pastries and snacks from the coffee van are charged on top of the drinks.
- Power and water at the venue — a coffee van without mains power may need a generator, which adds to the hire.
- Travel distance — the same coffee van booking costs differently in different parts of the country.
WHAT YOU GET
What a mobile coffee van booking includes
Takes: Mobile coffee vans can typically serve for a duration ranging from a few hours to a full day, depending on your needs.. Not included: Mobile coffee vans usually do not provide full meal catering or extensive equipment rentals.
WHAT PEOPLE BOOK
Common mobile coffee van jobs
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How to pay less
- A short drinks menu of coffee and tea costs less than a long list of speciality drinks from the coffee van.
- Booking the coffee van for the morning arrival or break times only, rather than all day, cuts the hours.
- Providing power and water where the van parks can save the cost of a generator or water supply.
- Leaving out pastries and snacks, or bringing your own, keeps the mobile coffee van bill to drinks only.
Before you book
- Access to the event location with adequate space for the van.
- Information on the expected number of guests and any specific drink preferences.
- Details about the event schedule, so the coffee van is serving drinks at the times guests want them.
- You can ask how many drinks the coffee van can serve at busy times, so the queue keeps moving.
- It helps to tell the coffee van operator whether there is power and water where it will park.
- Agree where the coffee van will park and when it will arrive, so it is ready before guests come.
- You can ask whether the coffee van baristas are trained in food hygiene, and how they keep cups and milk safe on the day.
Mobile Coffee Van cost: questions people ask
The cost can vary based on factors such as the duration of the event, the number of guests, the variety of beverages offered, and any additional catering services. Specialty drinks or custom branding may also increase the price.
Mobile coffee vans can typically serve for a duration ranging from a few hours to a full day, depending on your needs. Most vendors will work with you to determine the best time frame to accommodate your event.
While no specific qualifications are typically required for standard coffee service, ensure the vendor is experienced and complies with local health and safety regulations. For any electrical or gas equipment, certified professionals should handle installations.
Same-day availability can vary by vendor, but many can accommodate last-minute requests, especially during off-peak times. It's best to contact vendors directly to check their availability.
Yes, many mobile coffee van providers can coordinate with other event services, such as catering or dessert trucks, for a comprehensive package. Discuss your needs with the vendor to explore options.
Mobile coffee vans usually do not provide full meal catering or extensive equipment rentals. Additionally, items like tables, chairs, and event infrastructure are generally outside the scope of their service.
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